Wellington Anniversary Day is observed on Monday 19 January 2026. The following court locations will be closed (including National Office): Dannevirke, Levin, Marton, Masterton, Hutt Valley, Palmerston North, Porirua, Taihape, Wellington and Whanganui.
Normal operating hours resume on Tuesday 20 January 2026.
You are now able to file and pay for civil applications online through our file and pay tool.
Alternatively, you can:
Central Registry
DX SX10042
PO Box 789, Wellington 6140
Please remember the following if the application has not been filed electronically but you are making the payment through File and Pay:
Continue to file and pay(external link) to submit and pay for your application